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Moving Off The Couch And Into An Active Life

18 April 2016 by Luis Williams

By now, everyone knows that living an inactive life is a horrible health choice. Everything in your body works better when you get enough exercise. Combining activity with healthy eating is the one proven way to improve your health and probably increase your longevity. Still, many people choose the couch over fitness, particularly after a hard day at the office. With some effort and a modicum of discipline, you can get yourself upright and move toward a more fit existence. 

Slow and Steady

Too many people try to get into shape too quickly. If you've spent years lounging on the sofa and getting up only to get more food, trying to work out for an hour every day is probably an unrealistic goal. You spent years getting into poor shape, so it will take some time to get your fitness back. Begin by incorporating a walk each day. If you have to limit the walk to fifteen minutes for the first week, do so. Then gradually increase the time until you can walk for thirty minutes or more. When you start slowly, you are more likely to continue your chosen fitness activity. 

Professional Trainer

Once you have begun to add activity to your life, consider hiring a professional trainer. Your goal is to get fit and not become a swimsuit model, and a good trainer works with people of all body types and fitness goals. Plus, a good trainer will hold you accountable for your food and activity choices. People who have been out-of-shape for years are obviously not good at self-discipline in this area. Admit your limitations and find a good, stern, but realistic trainer. Check out a company like Club 7 Fitness to begin looking for a professional trainer.

Enough Sleep

Many people skip exercise sessions because they are "too tired." Almost everyone can identify with that feeling of fatigue that can seem insurmountable. If you make it a priority to get the amount of sleep you need, whether that is eight or nine hours each night, you will be more likely to stick with your fitness program. 

After you've been on the couch for so long, becoming fit can seem like an unrealistic hope. No matter how out-of-shape you are, the right attitude combined with the right program can result in a healthier and more attractive you. It will not be easy, but you can do it. Start slow, get enough sleep, and find excellent professional help. A healthier you is only a few months away. 

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